1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 256 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | MK IX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
